Remains found by kayakers identified as woman missing since 1985
Summary
Human remains found in a Florida canal in 2024 have been identified as Rose Marie Gayhart, who disappeared in 1985 at age 23. Police are now investigating her death as a homicide and are asking for information to help solve the case.Key Facts
- Remains were discovered by kayakers in May 2024 in a canal in northeastern Cape Coral, Florida.
- The remains were confirmed to be Rose Marie Gayhart, who disappeared in 1985.
- DNA samples from her family helped confirm her identity.
- Gayhart was living and working in Cape Coral and North Fort Myers when she went missing.
- Police have reopened the case as an active homicide investigation.
- Gayhart was last seen at a restaurant where she worked and lived in a trailer park with her boyfriend and his mother.
- Police and the violent crimes unit are committed to following all leads to find justice.
- Authorities encourage anyone with information to contact the Cape Coral Police Department.
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